reengineer

American  

[ree-en-juh-neer] / ˌri ɛn dʒəˈnɪər /

Or re-engineer

verb (used with object)

1. to engineer anew.

   to reengineer a motor to make it more efficient.

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Etymology

Origin of reengineer

First recorded in 1940–45; re- + engineer

Example Sentences

"We are entering a new era in which AI will fundamentally reengineer our economies and enable accelerated growth," said Ahmed Yahia Al Idrissi, CEO of MGX and Vice Chairman of AIP, in a press release.

From Barron's

These enzymes worked but were difficult to reengineer for new DNA targets, making them slow and cumbersome to use.

From Science Daily

“If we want to actually fix this river system for the long term, we have to have a thorough debate about how to reengineer Glen Canyon Dam.”

From Los Angeles Times

When it is successfully removed, crews will attempt to reengineer the bridge so that its eastern side may function on just one cylinder while repairs continue.

From Seattle Times

“Law has always been a tool to engineer society and to reengineer society. That’s just the nature of law. So when I notice a shift from scholar to scholar-activist, for me it’s completely appropriate for students to do that, on either side.”

From Washington Times